The peppery flowers and leaves of this pretty plant are often found in salads or as garnishes at high-end restaurants. They are surprisingly easy to grow, especially for kids, as the seeds are large and they germinate and grow quickly.

They form a rambling, bushy plant and self seed readily, so take care where you plant them if you don’t want an unexpected crop. They also repel a number of pests, making them great companion plants in the vegetable garden.

No backyard is complete without a lemon tree, but oranges, limes and mandarins are just as easy to grow. Their attractive glossy foliage and fragrant flowers make them an ideal fruit tree for any yard.

Get these sun-loving fruit trees in the ground in early spring so they have time to establish before the warm weather arrives.